Corporate Development and Strategy Analyst/Manager

Lendi Group is a market-leading digital platform business that is focused on revolutionising the entire property journey. It operates Lendi - Australia’s original and #1 digital mortgage brand - and the iconic Aussie franchise.

Powered by an advanced AI proprietary platform, a national network of 1,300 brokers, 230 retail stores, a team of experienced buyer’s agents, integrated property search and conveyancing, Aussie is supporting customers at every step of their property journey to find, buy and own with more confidence than ever before. Lendi Group’s loan book is more than $100b and it was named Australia’s Aggregator of the Year for 2024.

To learn more about life at Lendi Group check out our blog: https://www.lendi.com.au/inspire/category/life-at-lendi/

• Innovation at Our Core – We challenge the status quo and push boundaries to create better solutions, with a goal of becoming AI-native by June 2026.
• Work with the Best – Collaborate with some of the brightest minds in fintech, financial services, and strategy.
• Make an Impact – Contribute to meaningful projects that shape our business and the future of property finance.
• Grow & Evolve – Develop your skills and advance your career in a fast-moving, purpose-driven environment.

About the role

You will support the identification and evaluation of  organic and inorganic strategic growth opportunities, including acquisitions, joint ventures, and partnerships. You will collaborate closely with key stakeholders to provide valuable strategic insights, support investor relations efforts, and engage directly with senior leadership to help influence and shape our strategy.

Job Description

• Assist with the identification and assessment of potential acquisition, joint venture, and partnering opportunities, including:
• Financial modelling and valuation analysis
• Assessment of risks and potential mitigants 
• Scenario and sensitivity analysis
• Coordination of due diligence processes
• Monitor industry and competition analysis 
• Deliver insightful advice to key stakeholders across the organisation
• Provide assistance with the Lendi Group strategy setting activities
• Support investor relations activities including preparing presentations, periodic reporting, and communications
• Exposure to c-suite executives and leaders across the organisation
• Research and understand the market and economic drivers impacting our business
• Participate in the preparation of Board papers

• 2-4 years of career experience in professional services environment e.g. Big 4 accounting firm (within M&A or transaction services), consulting, investment banking, or corporate focusing on corporate development. Transaction services or M&A experience/exposure highly regarded. Alternatively, a strategy focused role at a fast-growing start-up or scale-up
• Exposure to finance and accounting concepts (including the ability to read financial statements)
• Exposure to financial modelling, valuation methodologies and an attention to detail
• Understanding and passion for the fintech industry
• Strong communicator (written / verbal) who is excited by the opportunity to influence and contribute to discussions across the business
• Team player with a positive attitude who is not daunted by working in a fast paced, technology-enabled, growth focused environment
• Curious personality, innovative thinker with the ability to quickly grasp and understand key business value drivers and risks
• Degree in finance, economics, or accounting

Lendi Group teams operate across Australia and the Philippines. We’re committed to creating a new era of seamless connection in property finance by changing the way Australians experience property lending, for good.

We support our people in a variety of ways, but a few of the benefits that our people rave about include:

• A vibrant, relaxed, yet professional culture
• Hybrid working arrangement to support work-life balance
• Wellness initiatives with a strong focus on psychological safety
• We offer generous Paid Parental Leave: we celebrate our growing Lendi Group family with 18-26 weeks leave for primary carers and up to 4 weeks for secondary carers
• An additional week’s Loyalty Leave each year after reaching 3 years’ service
• A 24/7 Employee Assistance Program service providing counselling and support

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive community for everyone at Lendi Group. Creating a culture that is representative of the world we live in makes us better people and our organisation gains tangible benefits, ultimately this creates a melting pot of creativity.

Our culture is guided by our 3 core values: We Are Stronger United; Act Like You Own It; and Keep Home Loans Human. Our values are part of our core DNA that helps Lendi Group attract, engage and evolve talent and build best-in-class products.

Feeling like you don’t meet all the skills listed? That’s ok; we are always on the lookout for different skills, experience, and qualities and so we’d still like to hear from you.

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